Kanshai
Kanshai is a village located in Mejhia subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.1km away from sub-district headquarter Mejhia. Bankura is the district headquarter of Kanshai village. As per 2009 stats, Kushtore is the gram panchayat of Kanshai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanshai unique in its vibrant Mejhia-Bankura region. You’ll see Kanshai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanshai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanshai is 326137. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722143. Raniganj is nearest town to Kanshai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kanshai
Population of Kanshai
According to the 2011 Census, Kanshai has a total population of about 965, with approximately 507 males and 458 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 246 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.03%, with male literacy at about 69.43% and female literacy near 45.41%. There are around 182 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanshai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 965 | 507 | 458 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 75 | 55 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 122 | 124 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 560 | 352 | 208 |
Illiterate Population | 405 | 155 | 250 |
Connectivity of Kanshai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanshai. As per the 2011 stats, Kanshai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanshai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanshai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanshai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanshai
- Where is Kanshai located?
- Kanshai village is situated in Mejhia Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanshai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanshai is Kushtore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanshai?
- The pincode of Kanshai is 722143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanshai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanshai is 965, with 507 males and 458 females.
- How many households are there in Kanshai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanshai village has a total of 182 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanshai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanshai is 58.03%. The male literacy rate is 69.43%, while the female literacy rate is 45.41%.